2006 Rover 75 vs. 1996 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1996 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 405 kg more than 2006 Rover 75.
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, 2006 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Alhambra. 2006 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 1996 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | 75 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
