2005 Seat Alhambra vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 8 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 153 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 2005 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 1 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Alhambra | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | Alhambra | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.7 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
