1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo 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 14 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | Dardo | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |