2007 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 369 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. 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 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Alhambra. 2000 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2000 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Focus | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
