2012 Nissan Grand Livina vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Grand Livina is newer by 7 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 93 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Grand Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Grand Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 368 kg more than 2012 Nissan Grand Livina. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Grand Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Grand Livina. 2005 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Grand Livina has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Grand Livina 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:
| 2012 Nissan Grand Livina | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Grand Livina | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
