2007 Seat Alhambra vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 21 kg more than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Alhambra | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Alhambra | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
