2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra

To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 186 kg more than 2005 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Alhambra.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mercedes-Benz E 2005 Seat Alhambra
Make Mercedes-Benz Seat
Model E Alhambra
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4966 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 302 HP 130 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 460 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 188 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.5 seconds 12.8 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1866 kg 1680 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.7 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 70 L


 

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