2004 Seat Alhambra vs. 2005 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2005 GMC Jimmy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Jimmy (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Seat Alhambra. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Jimmy (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Alhambra. 2005 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Alhambra | 2005 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Seat | GMC |
| Model | Alhambra | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
