2005 Seat Alhambra vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 380 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Alhambra | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Seat | Porsche |
| Model | Alhambra | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2415 mm |
