2007 Seat Alhambra vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra. 2009 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2007 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Alhambra | 2009 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Seat | Audi |
| Model | Alhambra | A5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
