2008 Lancia Phedra vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Lancia Phedra 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Phedra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 56 kg more than 2005 Seat Alhambra.
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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lancia Phedra. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lancia Phedra | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Phedra | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1736 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
