2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2001 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 215 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2001 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Santa Fe | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |