2008 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra

To start off, both 2008 Saab 05-Sep 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 39 kg more than 2008 Saab 05-Sep.

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 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Saab 05-Sep 2008 Seat Alhambra
Make Saab Seat
Model 05-Sep Alhambra
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1985 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 215 km/hour 177 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.8 seconds 15.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 1634 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 70 L


 

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