2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra

To start off, both 2008 Fiat 500 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 133 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 835 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500. 2008 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat 500 2008 Seat Alhambra
Make Fiat Seat
Model 500 Alhambra
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 68 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.9 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.9 mm 90.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.1:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.9 seconds 9.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 865 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 3550 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.1 L/100km 10.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 35 L 70 L