2009 Pontiac G5 vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G5 (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 327 kg more than 2009 Pontiac G5.
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 (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G5. (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac G5 | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Pontiac | Seat |
| Model | G5 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
