2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra

To start off, both 2005 Fiat Panda and 2005 Seat Alhambra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 600 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda 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 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Panda 2005 Seat Alhambra
Make Fiat Seat
Model Panda Alhambra
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Crossover Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 60 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 106 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.8 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.9 mm 90.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2230 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 30 L 70 L


 

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