2009 BMW X6 vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1999 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 BMW X6 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Alhambra. 2009 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1999 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 1999 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | X6 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
