2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 221 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Passat.
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 (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Alhambra | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Alhambra | Passat |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |