2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 5 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1018 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 2013 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Alhambra | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Seat | Ford |
| Model | Alhambra | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
