2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (149 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 444 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (305 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Alhambra | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Alhambra | Bora |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |