2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2011 GMC Sierra

To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (364 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 935 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.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2011 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra. 2011 GMC Sierra 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. 2011 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Seat Alhambra 2011 GMC Sierra
Make Seat GMC
Model Alhambra Sierra
Year Released 2008 2011
Body Type Minivan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 364 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 506 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1724 kg 2659 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 5710 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 3380 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 129 L


 

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