2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 201 kg more than 2005 Seat Alhambra.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Alhambra. 2005 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | BT-50 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
