2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 306 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 Honda Odyssey. 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 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra. 2010 Honda Odyssey 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 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Alhambra | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Seat | Honda |
| Model | Alhambra | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5133 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1778 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
