2007 Seat Alhambra vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 113 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 316 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Alhambra | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alhambra | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
