2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 592 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Alhambra | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alhambra | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
