2006 Nissan Micra vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 1 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 591 kg more than 2006 Nissan Micra. 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Micra | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Micra | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
