2006 Mercury Mariner vs. 2001 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 94 kg more than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner 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 Mercury Mariner 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 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercury Mariner | 2001 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mercury | Seat |
| Model | Mariner | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 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 | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1571 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
