2006 Honda FR-V vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Honda FR-V.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda FR-V. 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 (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda FR-V | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | FR-V | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |