2010 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 235 kg more than 1999 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | E | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4869 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1466 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2873 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
