2005 Seat Alhambra vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 6 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 39 kg more than 2011 Subaru Outback.
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 (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Alhambra | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Alhambra | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
