2005 Mazda 2 vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, both 2005 Mazda 2 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 474 kg more than 2005 Mazda 2. 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 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 2 | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | 2 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1634 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |