2005 Seat Alhambra vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 113 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 403 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Alhambra | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alhambra | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
