2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 744 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (123 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Alhambra | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Alhambra | Yaris |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |