2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 249 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6.
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, both vehicles can yield 210 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 6 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
