2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2001 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 204 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2001 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Ridgeline | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
