2007 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz R and 2007 Seat Alhambra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 526 kg more than 2007 Seat Alhambra.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | R | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
