2005 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 489 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.
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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Astra | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1634 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |
