2007 Seat Alhambra vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep

To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra.

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 Saab 05-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Seat Alhambra 2012 Saab 05-Sep
Make Seat Saab
Model Alhambra 05-Sep
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 220 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 349 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 5009 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1862 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1468 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2837 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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