2008 BMW 530 vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, both 2008 BMW 530 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 141 kg more than 2008 BMW 530.
Because 2008 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 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 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 530 | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 530 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |