2006 Seat Alhambra vs. 2013 Volvo XC60

To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 284 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 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Alhambra.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Seat Alhambra 2013 Volvo XC60
Make Seat Volvo
Model Alhambra XC60
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 6 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 321 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 480 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 93 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 177 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 15.2 seconds 7.3 seconds
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1634 kg 1918 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4627 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1891 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1713 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2774 mm


 

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