2006 Seat Alhambra vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Alhambra 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 2007 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 44 kg more than 2007 Seat Alhambra. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Seat Alhambra 2007 Seat Alhambra
Make Seat Seat
Model Alhambra Alhambra
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Minivan Minivan
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 5800 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 81.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.3 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.9 seconds 10.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 1656 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.5 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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