2005 Seat Alhambra vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (228 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 475 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 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Alhambra | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Alhambra | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 2109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
