2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2001 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 3 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2001 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | CL | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 55 L |
