2003 Seat Alhambra vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 3,167 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Alhambra. 2006 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2003 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2003 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Seat Alhambra | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alhambra | Passat |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
