2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 677 kg more than 2009 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Jazz | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |