2008 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Vivant 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 394 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Vivant.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Vivant | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Vivant | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |