2006 Seat Alhambra vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Leon 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 23 more horse power than 2002 Seat Leon. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 390 kg more than 2002 Seat Leon. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Leon. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Alhambra | 2002 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Alhambra | Leon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
