2007 Seat Alhambra vs. 2011 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2011 Lancia Musa 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Musa. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 422 kg more than 2011 Lancia Musa. 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 (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lancia Musa. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lancia Musa. 2011 Lancia Musa 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. 2011 Lancia Musa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Alhambra | 2011 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Seat | Lancia |
| Model | Alhambra | Musa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
