2006 Ford Escape vs. 1997 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,261 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1997 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escape | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
