1999 Seat Alhambra vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback is newer by 10 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, 2009 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Alhambra.
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, 2009 Subaru Outback (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Alhambra | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Alhambra | Outback |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
