2005 Seat Alhambra vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 282 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris. 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 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Alhambra | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Alhambra | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
