1989 Peugeot 505 vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 356 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 505. (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 505 | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 505 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2850 mm |
