1996 Seat Alhambra vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1996 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 239 kg more than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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, 2010 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Alhambra | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Alhambra | Outback |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2741 mm |
