2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2001 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 6 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Microbus 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 Volkswagen Microbus. 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (241 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Alhambra | 2001 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alhambra | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
