2007 Seat Alhambra vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 401 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Alhambra | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Alhambra | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |