2008 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra

To start off, both 2008 Jaguar XJ6 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 46 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ6.

Because 2008 Jaguar XJ6 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 Jaguar XJ6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJ6.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Jaguar XJ6 2008 Seat Alhambra
Make Jaguar Seat
Model XJ6 Alhambra
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 235 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 311 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 225 km/hour 181 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.1 seconds 13.7 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1666 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.5 L/100km 6.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 70 L


 

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