2009 Saturn Vue vs. 2002 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Alhambra.
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, 2009 Saturn Vue (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Alhambra. 2009 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2002 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2002 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Vue | 2002 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Saturn | Seat |
| Model | Vue | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
