2003 Mazda 6 vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 380 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda 6. 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 (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 6 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
