1998 Seat Alhambra vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Seat Alhambra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 3008.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Alhambra. 2012 Peugeot 3008 has automatic transmission and 1998 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 1998 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Peugeot 3008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Seat Alhambra | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Seat | Peugeot |
| Model | Alhambra | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2613 mm |
