2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2004 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Seat Alhambra. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander 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 Chevrolet Uplander (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2004 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Uplander | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
