2005 Seat Alhambra vs. 2011 Ford F-450

To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 6 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra.

Because 2011 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 915 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Alhambra.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Seat Alhambra 2011 Ford F-450
Make Seat Ford
Model Alhambra F-450
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Minivan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1894 cc 6700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 399 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 2800 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 1085 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 6680 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2438 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 2024 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 4379 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 142 L


 

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