2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris

To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 594 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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 (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Seat Alhambra 2007 Toyota Yaris
Make Seat Toyota
Model Alhambra Yaris
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 141 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 84.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 177 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 15.2 seconds 11.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1634 kg 1040 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 42 L


 

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