2006 Seat Alhambra vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 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 31 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 607 kg more than 2006 Seat Alhambra.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta 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. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Alhambra | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alhambra | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
