2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 1 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Seat Alhambra.

Because 2006 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Kia Sedona 2006 Seat Alhambra
Make Kia Seat
Model Sedona Alhambra
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Minivan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 224 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 13 seconds 10.3 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1975 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.8 L/100km 11 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 70 L


 

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