2005 Seat Alhambra vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 7 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Alhambra | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Seat | Audi |
Model | Alhambra | A8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |