2008 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz B 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz B (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 324 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B.
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 (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz B | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | B | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1634 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |