2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2001 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6. 2001 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 2001 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 6 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
