2003 Seat Alhambra vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2003 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 585 kg more than 2003 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (439 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Alhambra. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Seat Alhambra | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Alhambra | Touareg |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |