2007 Seat Alhambra vs. 2005 Subaru Outback Sport

To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Outback Sport would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 226 kg more than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport.

Because 2005 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport (225 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Seat Alhambra 2005 Subaru Outback Sport
Make Seat Subaru
Model Alhambra Outback Sport
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type Minivan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 225 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 79 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1656 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4420 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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