2011 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 455 kg more than 2006 Seat Alhambra.

Because 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Alhambra.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Hyundai Terracan 2006 Seat Alhambra
Make Hyundai Seat
Model Terracan Alhambra
Year Released 2011 2006
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2902 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 19.3:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 15 seconds 9.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2155 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 10.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 70 L


 

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