2006 Seat Alhambra vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 45 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 2012 Hyundai ix35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix35 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, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Alhambra | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Seat | Hyundai |
| Model | Alhambra | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
