2006 Seat Alhambra vs. 2011 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 5 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 114 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 2006 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Aston Martin DB9. 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, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Alhambra | 2011 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Seat | Aston Martin |
| Model | Alhambra | DB9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4712 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
