2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2012 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2012 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 4 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 374 kg more than 2012 Ascari KZ1.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ascari KZ1. 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, 2012 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Alhambra | 2012 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Seat | Ascari |
| Model | Alhambra | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2636 mm |
