1999 Seat Alhambra vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 92 kg more than 2005 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Volvo XC70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Alhambra. 2005 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 1999 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 1999 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Alhambra | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Alhambra | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
