2005 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 191 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Accord | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1533 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |