2011 Subaru Outback vs. 2000 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 48 kg more than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback 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 Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Subaru Outback | 2000 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Subaru | Seat |
| Model | Outback | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1780 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 |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
