2007 Seat Alhambra vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Altea 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 100 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Alhambra | 2005 Seat Altea | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Alhambra | Altea |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |