2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1997 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1997 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 1997 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 911 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
