2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.

Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Alhambra. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Porsche 911 2005 Seat Alhambra
Make Porsche Seat
Model 911 Alhambra
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3823 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.8 mm 90.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 280 km/hour 217 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.4 seconds 9.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1535 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1310 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 70 L


 

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