2007 Fiat Strada 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 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 614 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Strada | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |