2009 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2002 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 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, 2009 BMW 330 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2002 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 330 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
