2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. Both 2008 Seat Alhambra and 1995 Volkswagen Sharan are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 109 kg more than 2008 Seat Alhambra. 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (241 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Alhambra | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Alhambra | Sharan |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |