2009 Saturn Outlook vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2009 Saturn Outlook 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Outlook (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Outlook weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 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 Saturn Outlook (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Alhambra. 2009 Saturn Outlook has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Saturn Outlook will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Outlook | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Saturn | Seat |
| Model | Outlook | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
