2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 1 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 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (500 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 929 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 2009 Bentley Arnage 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 2009 Bentley Arnage. 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, 2009 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 665 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Bentley | Seat |
| Model | Arnage | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6748 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
