2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 2003 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Dodge Dakota.
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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Alhambra. 2003 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Dakota has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Dakota will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 2003 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Dakota | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
