2005 Ford Focus 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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (153 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 249 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.

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 Ford Focus (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Focus 2007 Seat Alhambra
Make Ford Seat
Model Focus Alhambra
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 153 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 172 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 92.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1634 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 70 L


 

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