2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, both 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (140 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 516 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2005 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (160 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |