2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK and 2006 Seat Alhambra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Seat Alhambra.
Because 2006 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | SLK | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
