2005 Seat Alhambra vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 8 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 331 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.
Because 2005 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Escape. 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Alhambra. 2013 Ford Escape 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. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Seat Alhambra | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | Seat | Ford |
Model | Alhambra | Escape |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |