2008 Ford Edge vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 593 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
Because 2008 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Alhambra. 2008 Ford Edge has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Edge | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Edge | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
