2005 Audi A2 vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 736 kg more than 2005 Audi A2. 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A2. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A2 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1190 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
