2008 Rover 45 vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2008 Rover 45. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 520 kg more than 2008 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 45. (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 45. 2006 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2008 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2008 Rover 45 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 45 | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | 45 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
