2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2004 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Seat Alhambra. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 699 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
Because 2009 Ford E-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-250 | 2004 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | E-250 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |