2001 Seat Alhambra vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Alhambra would be higher. Both 2001 Seat Alhambra and 2008 Seat Alhambra are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 9 kg more than 2008 Seat Alhambra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2001 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Alhambra | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Alhambra | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
