2006 Seat Alhambra vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 44 kg more than 2010 BMW 528.
Because 2010 BMW 528 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Alhambra | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | Alhambra | 528 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
