2005 Vauxhall Vectra vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 400 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. 2007 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2005 Vauxhall Vectra has manual transmission. 2005 Vauxhall Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Vauxhall Vectra | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Vauxhall | Seat |
Model | Vectra | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |