2006 Ford Mondeo 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 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mondeo. 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 (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Mondeo | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
