2001 Seat Alhambra vs. 2013 Porsche 911

To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 200 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.

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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Alhambra.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Seat Alhambra 2013 Porsche 911
Make Seat Porsche
Model Alhambra 911
Year Released 2001 2013
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 395 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 214 Nm 441 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 5600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 12.5 : 1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1665 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4491 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1978 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1292 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2450 mm


 

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