2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 405 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (241 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Tahoe | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |