2005 Seat Alhambra vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 68 kg more than 2005 Seat Alhambra.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Seat Alhambra 1994 Subaru Legacy
Make Seat Subaru
Model Alhambra Legacy
Year Released 2005 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2792 cc 2212 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 126 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1302 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1410 mm


 

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