2010 Ford C-Max vs. 2001 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 9 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 290 kg more than 2010 Ford C-Max.
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, 2010 Ford C-Max (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Alhambra. 2001 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford C-Max has manual transmission. 2010 Ford C-Max 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:
| 2010 Ford C-Max | 2001 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | C-Max | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1828 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1626 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2648 mm | 2850 mm |
