2006 Seat Alhambra vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo C30 (114 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 215 kg more than 2010 Volvo C30.
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 (310 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo C30. (270 Nm). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Alhambra | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Alhambra | C30 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
