2005 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (217 Nm). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Outlander | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
