2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Ibiza would be higher. Both 2008 Seat Alhambra and 2000 Seat Ibiza are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 536 kg more than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
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, both vehicles can yield 210 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Alhambra | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Alhambra | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
