2006 BMW 530 vs. 2001 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 530 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 2006 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2001 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 530 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1781 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
