2009 Mitsubishi Raider vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 131 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 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mitsubishi Raider. 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mitsubishi Raider | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Raider | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
