2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2001 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 64 kg more than 2001 Holden Monaro.
Because 2001 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (241 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Alhambra | 2001 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Seat | Holden |
Model | Alhambra | Monaro |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |