2008 Ford Taurus vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 590 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
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, 2008 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Taurus | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Taurus | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |