2008 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2008 Seat Alhambra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 61 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159.
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 (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | 159 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1858 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |