2011 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Seat |
| Model | Tiguan | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
