2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 4 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2005 Seat Alhambra.
Because 2005 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i30 | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | i30 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |