2006 Seat Alhambra vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V40 would be higher. 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 97 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 460 kg more than 1996 Volvo V40. 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Alhambra | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Alhambra | V40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |
