2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, both 2008 Ford Taurus X 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 579 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
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 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra. 2008 Ford Taurus X has automatic transmission and 2008 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2008 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Taurus X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford Taurus X | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Taurus X | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |