2008 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (177 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 415 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, 2003 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2008 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2003 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2003 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 | 2003 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Civic | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1780 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |