2006 Seat Alhambra vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 304 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Toyota Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Cresta. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Cresta. 1996 Toyota Cresta 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. 1996 Toyota Cresta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Alhambra | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Alhambra | Cresta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
