2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 82 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2004 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra will offer significantly more control. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Alhambra | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Seat | Nissan |
| Model | Alhambra | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
