2011 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2002 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 9 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 378 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2002 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. 2002 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Golf | 2002 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Seat |
| Model | Golf | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1400 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4199 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
