2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 56 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Alhambra | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Alhambra | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
