2006 Seat Alhambra vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 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 X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 154 kg more than 2006 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 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 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Seat Alhambra | 2010 BMW X3 | |
Make | Seat | BMW |
Model | Alhambra | X3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4569 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1676 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |