2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra.
Because 2012 Infiniti EX 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 Infiniti EX. 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 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra. 2012 Infiniti EX 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 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Alhambra | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Seat | Infiniti |
| Model | Alhambra | EX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
