2007 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 489 kg more than 2007 Mini Cooper.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mini Cooper. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mini Cooper. 2007 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mini | Seat |
| Model | Cooper | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
