2005 Seat Alhambra vs. 2007 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2007 Smart ForTwo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 904 kg more than 2007 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Smart ForTwo 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 2007 Smart ForTwo. 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 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Alhambra | 2007 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Seat | Smart |
Model | Alhambra | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 67 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 33 L |