2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2010 BMW 650
To start off, 2010 BMW 650 is newer by 2 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 650 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2008 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 650. 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, 2010 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra. 2010 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 2008 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2008 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Alhambra | 2010 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | Alhambra | 650 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
