2006 Seat Alhambra vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 131 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Seat Alhambra | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | Alhambra | Impreza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |