2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 584 kg more than 2005 Fiat Palio. 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Palio | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |