2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1009 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Seat Alhambra 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
Make Seat Chevrolet
Model Alhambra Silverado
Year Released 2008 2012
Body Type Minivan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 5999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 113 HP 360 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 515 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1724 kg 2733 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 5860 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 3650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 136 L


 

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