2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 5,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 463 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | TrailBlazer | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |