2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra

To start off, both 2008 Dodge Caliber 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 Dodge Caliber (285 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra.

Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Caliber. 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 Dodge Caliber (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Dodge Caliber 2008 Seat Alhambra
Make Dodge Seat
Model Caliber Alhambra
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 285 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 359 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 51 L 70 L


 

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