2007 Seat Alhambra vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra.
Because 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 SsangYong Chairman W. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 2007 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2007 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Alhambra | 2008 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Seat | SsangYong |
Model | Alhambra | Chairman W |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |