2011 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 5 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (201 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic.

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 (265 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2006 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Honda Civic 2006 Seat Alhambra
Make Honda Seat
Model Civic Alhambra
Year Released 2011 2006
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1799 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 201 HP
Torque 174 Nm 265 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 81.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87.3 mm 90.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1785 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1710 mm


 

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