2008 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 3 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 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 11 kg more than 2005 Seat Alhambra. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Accord | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2202 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
