2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2008 Seat Alhambra and 2008 Seat Ibiza were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 631 kg more than 2008 Seat Ibiza. 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 (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Alhambra | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Alhambra | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1069 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |