2004 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 558 kg more than 2004 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Fiesta | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |