2005 Seat Alhambra vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 5 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 538 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando. 2010 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Alhambra | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Seat | SsangYong |
| Model | Alhambra | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
