2005 Hyundai Coupe 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 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 292 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. 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 (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Coupe 2008 Seat Alhambra
Make Hyundai Seat
Model Coupe Alhambra
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2655 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.7 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 90.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 220 km/hour 214 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.2 seconds 10.3 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1408 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.4 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 70 L


 

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