2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1998 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 4,280 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (379 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1998 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1998 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Aston Martin | Seat |
Model | V8 Vantage | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4280 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 379 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |