2006 Fiat Strada vs. 2003 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada.
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, 2003 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada. 2003 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Strada | 2003 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Fiat | Seat |
| Model | Strada | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
