2007 Seat Alhambra vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
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 Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 316 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Alhambra | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Alhambra | Touran |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |