2005 Ford Taurus vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, both 2005 Ford Taurus 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Taurus (201 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (130 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Ford Taurus.
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 Seat Alhambra (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Taurus. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Taurus | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Taurus | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 130 HP |
Torque | 250 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |