2007 Seat Alhambra vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 319 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra. 2012 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Alhambra | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Seat | Honda |
Model | Alhambra | Pilot |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |