1998 Porsche 993 vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 200 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Porsche 993 2008 Seat Alhambra
Make Porsche Seat
Model 993 Alhambra
Year Released 1998 2008
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3598 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.4 mm 90.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 2850 mm


 

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