1988 Porsche 944 vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 322 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944.
Because 1988 Porsche 944 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 944 | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 944 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1312 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
