2006 BMW 550 vs. 2000 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2000 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Alhambra.
Because 2006 BMW 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 550 | 2000 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 550 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
