2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 696 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Daewoo Kalos 2007 Seat Alhambra
Make Daewoo Seat
Model Kalos Alhambra
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1150 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 71 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 104 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 68.5 mm 81.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.7 seconds 10.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 1656 kg
Vehicle Length 3890 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 70 L


 

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