2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 562 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Alhambra | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alhambra | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
