2005 Seat Alhambra vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 83 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.
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 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Alhambra. 2012 Infiniti G37 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. 2012 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Alhambra | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Seat | Infiniti |
| Model | Alhambra | G37 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
