2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 171 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
Because 2005 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra 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 Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | Z4 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
