2006 Seat Alhambra vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 116 kg more than 2006 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Seat Alhambra (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Alhambra.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Seat Alhambra 1999 Seat Alhambra
Make Seat Seat
Model Alhambra Alhambra
Year Released 2006 1999
Body Type Minivan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1634 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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