2007 Seat Alhambra vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 51 kg more than 2007 Seat Alhambra. 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, 2011 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Alhambra | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Seat | Kia |
| Model | Alhambra | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
