2005 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (201 HP) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escape | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
