2011 Hyundai Accent vs. 2004 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 7 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Alhambra (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2004 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent. 2004 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Accent | 2004 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Accent | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4046 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
