2012 Dodge Charger vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 97 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 2012 Dodge Charger 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 2012 Dodge Charger. 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Dodge Charger | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Charger | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5077 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |