2006 Seat Alhambra vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape 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 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 30 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 202 kg more than 2011 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape. 2011 Ford Escape 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. 2011 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Alhambra | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Seat | Ford |
| Model | Alhambra | Escape |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
