2007 Seat Alhambra vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 594 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Seat Alhambra (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Alhambra | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alhambra | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.2 seconds | 17.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
