2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 1999 Toyota XYR
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota XYR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota XYR would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota XYR (180 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota XYR should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 526 kg more than 1999 Toyota XYR.
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 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota XYR. (175 Nm). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota XYR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Alhambra | 1999 Toyota XYR | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Alhambra | XYR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
