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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 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. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 151 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 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 | 2792 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 129 L |
