2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Panda 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 731 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. 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 (241 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (180 Nm). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Panda | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Panda | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 241 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |