2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 324 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 2006 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | 156 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |