2007 Peugeot 407 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 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 164 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 407. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 407 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
