2006 Seat Alhambra vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 952 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 2013 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Alhambra | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Seat | Ford |
| Model | Alhambra | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
