2005 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 59 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord.
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 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Alhambra. 2003 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2003 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Accord | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
