2009 Honda HR-V vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 486 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda HR-V | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | HR-V | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |