2004 Seat Alhambra 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 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Alhambra would be higher. Both 2004 Seat Alhambra and 2008 Seat Alhambra are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Alhambra (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 9 kg more than 2008 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Alhambra | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Alhambra | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2004 | 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 | 149 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
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 | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |