2008 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (178 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 544 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2007 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2007 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Accord | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |