2005 Seat Alhambra vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (120 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 12 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Seat Alhambra 2011 Volkswagen Golf
Make Seat Volkswagen
Model Alhambra Golf
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2792 cc 1400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 201 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 214 km/hour 200 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.3 seconds 9.5 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1302 kg 1290 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4199 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1786 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2578 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L