2011 Subaru Forester vs. 2001 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 191 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Alhambra. 2001 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Forester | 2001 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Subaru | Seat |
| Model | Forester | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4559 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1674 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2616 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
