2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2008 Skoda Praktik
To start off, both 2008 Seat Alhambra and 2008 Skoda Praktik 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 122 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Praktik. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 385 kg more than 2008 Skoda Praktik. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Praktik. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Praktik.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Alhambra | 2008 Skoda Praktik | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Alhambra | Praktik |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
