2006 Seat Alhambra vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Bora 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 53 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. 2004 Volkswagen Bora 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. 2004 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Alhambra | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alhambra | Bora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
