2008 Ford F-350 vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 573 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.

Because 2008 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Alhambra.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford F-350 2005 Seat Alhambra
Make Ford Seat
Model F-350 Alhambra
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Pickup Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6802 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 362 HP 130 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 620 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 1900 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1107 kg 1680 kg
Vehicle Length 6260 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 2430 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 3970 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.3 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 115 L 70 L


 

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