2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2000 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 730 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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, 2000 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2000 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Corsa | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 55 L |
