2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 2003 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,424 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 222 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
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 Dodge Stratus (217 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 2003 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Stratus | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2424 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
