2004 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 305 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Focus | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2850 mm |