2007 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 467 kg more than 2008 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra. 2007 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2008 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW X5 2008 Seat Alhambra
Make BMW Seat
Model X5 Alhambra
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 316 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 311 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 240 km/hour 178 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.7 seconds 14.7 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2191 kg 1724 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.4 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 70 L


 

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