2007 Seat Alhambra vs. 2012 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 5 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Impala (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 43 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Impala.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Impala (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra. 2012 Chevrolet Impala 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. 2012 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Alhambra | 2012 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alhambra | Impala |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
