2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 312 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen GTI.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen GTI. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Alhambra | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alhambra | GTI |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
