2008 Kia Shuma vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Kia Shuma is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Alhambra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Kia Shuma. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Shuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 439 kg more than 2008 Kia Shuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Seat Alhambra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Shuma. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Shuma | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Shuma | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
