2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.

Because 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 2007 Seat Alhambra
Make Alfa Romeo Seat
Model 8C Competizione Alhambra
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4244 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 399 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2850 mm


 

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