2008 BMW 735 vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra

To start off, both 2008 BMW 735 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 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 155 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 735 weights approximately 211 kg more than 2008 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 735. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra 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 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra. 2008 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 2008 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2008 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 735 2008 Seat Alhambra
Make BMW Seat
Model 735 Alhambra
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 268 HP 113 HP
Torque 360 Nm 311 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.2 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 178 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.8 seconds 14.7 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1935 kg 1724 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 70 L


 

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