2005 Mazda Drifter 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 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Drifter | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2792 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1700 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
