2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2004 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2004 Seat Alhambra. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 450 kg more than 2004 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2004 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Jeep | Seat |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1943 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2916 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |
