2006 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 519 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mini Cooper | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Mini | Seat |
Model | Cooper | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1634 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |