2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2003 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Alhambra would be higher. Both 2005 Donkervoort D8 and 2003 Seat Alhambra are equipped with a 1,780 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2005 Donkervoort D8 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 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Donkervoort D8 | 2003 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Donkervoort | Seat |
Model | D8 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1780 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 | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |