2009 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2007 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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 X5 (521 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | X5 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
