2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 286 kg more than 2011 Toyota Prius.
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 (241 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Alhambra | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Alhambra | Prius |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |