2008 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (141 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 421 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Alhambra. 2008 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1998 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 1998 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 1998 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Civic | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |