2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, both 2008 Seat Alhambra and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 104 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.

Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Seat Alhambra 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Seat Mercedes-Benz
Model Alhambra C
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 2496 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 2900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 68.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 11.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 177 km/hour 245 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 15.2 seconds 8.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1634 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 62 L


 

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