2004 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 470 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. 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, 2001 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2001 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Focus | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
