2005 Seat Alhambra vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 1 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Alhambra | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Alhambra | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
