2011 Subaru Impreza vs. 2004 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Seat Alhambra. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 210 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Alhambra. 2004 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Impreza | 2004 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Subaru | Seat |
| Model | Impreza | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 265 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2624 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
