2005 Seat Alhambra vs. 2013 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Veloster 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Veloster (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Veloster should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 462 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Veloster.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Veloster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Alhambra | 2013 Hyundai Veloster | |
| Make | Seat | Hyundai |
| Model | Alhambra | Veloster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1399 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
