2003 Ford Puma vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Ford Puma. (99 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 686 kg more than 2003 Ford Puma. 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Puma. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Puma | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Puma | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |