2004 Mini Cooper vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mini Cooper 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 86 more horse power than 2004 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 555 kg more than 2004 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini Cooper | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mini | Seat |
| Model | Cooper | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
