2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 163 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Tucson | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
