2006 Seat Alhambra vs. 2007 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2007 TVR Tuscan 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 624 kg more than 2007 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2006 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 TVR Tuscan. 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, 2007 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Alhambra | 2007 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Seat | TVR |
| Model | Alhambra | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
