2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 380 kg more than 2008 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2008 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56 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 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti QX56 | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Infiniti | Seat |
| Model | QX56 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
