1996 Opel Tigra vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Tigra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Tigra would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 645 kg more than 1996 Opel Tigra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Tigra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Tigra | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Tigra | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2850 mm |
