2005 Seat Alhambra vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 108 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (333 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Alhambra. 2003 Subaru Impreza has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Alhambra | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Alhambra | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
