2006 Seat Alhambra vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 95 kg more than 2012 Ford Fusion.
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, 2012 Ford Fusion (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Alhambra. 2012 Ford Fusion 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. 2012 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Alhambra | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Seat | Ford |
| Model | Alhambra | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
