2005 Fiat Marea Weekend vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 475 kg more than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Marea Weekend | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
