2004 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 590 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Prizm. 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 (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Prizm | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Prizm | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |