1999 Seat Alhambra vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 253 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Alhambra | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Alhambra | Forester |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
