2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, both 2008 Ford Mondeo 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 154 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
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 (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Mondeo | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |