2008 Opel Zafira vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, both 2008 Opel Zafira 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 156 kg more than 2008 Opel Zafira.
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 Opel Zafira (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Zafira | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Zafira | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 215 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |