2004 Lancia Thesis vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 29 kg more than 2004 Lancia Thesis.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lancia Thesis. 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 (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Thesis. (309 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lancia Thesis | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Thesis | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
