2009 Honda Fit vs. 2001 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 204 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit. 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, 2001 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit. 2001 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Fit 2001 Seat Alhambra
Make Honda Seat
Model Fit Alhambra
Year Released 2009 2001
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1495 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 117 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 214 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 16.3:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1461 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 55 L


 

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