2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser

To start off, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 560 kg more than 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser.

Because 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser. 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, 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Seat Alhambra 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser
Make Seat Toyota
Model Alhambra FJ Cruiser
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 3956 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 239 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 377 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 3700 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1634 kg 1074 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 13.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 72 L