2011 Toyota Camry vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Camry. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 220 kg more than 2011 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Camry. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Camry. 2005 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Camry | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Toyota | Seat |
| Model | Camry | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4806 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
