2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, both 2005 Opel Corsa 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 Seat Alhambra (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 721 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.
Because 2005 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Corsa | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |