2008 Alpina B5 vs. 2001 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Alpina B5 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 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B5 | 2001 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Alpina | Seat |
| Model | B5 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
