1999 Seat Alhambra vs. 2006 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 7 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 51 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 395 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra 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, 1999 Seat Alhambra (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry. 2006 Toyota Camry 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. 2006 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Seat Alhambra 2006 Toyota Camry
Make Seat Toyota
Model Alhambra Camry
Year Released 1999 2006
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2792 cc 2362 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 70 L


 

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