2006 Acura RL vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra

To start off, both 2006 Acura RL and 2006 Seat Alhambra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 91 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.

Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Alhambra.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Acura RL 2006 Seat Alhambra
Make Acura Seat
Model RL Alhambra
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3473 cc 1894 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 290 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 347 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.6:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1666 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 6.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 73 L 70 L


 

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