2006 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 94 kg more than 2006 BMW 325.
Because 2007 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 325 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
