2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 575 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Alhambra.
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2009 Mazda Tribute | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | Tribute | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |