2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra

To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra.

Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK 2008 Seat Alhambra
Make Mercedes-Benz Seat
Model CLK Alhambra
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5461 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 382 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 530 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 70 L


 

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