2005 Seat Alhambra vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 7 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 616 kg more than 2005 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Alhambra | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Seat | BMW |
Model | Alhambra | X5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |