2002 Seat Alhambra vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (175 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Alhambra.

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 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Alhambra.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Seat Alhambra 2005 Toyota Avensis
Make Seat Toyota
Model Alhambra Avensis
Year Released 2002 2005
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 2199 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 175 HP
Torque 214 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 96 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2710 mm


 

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