2001 Acura RL vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RL weights approximately 41 kg more than 2006 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2001 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Acura | Seat |
| Model | RL | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
