2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra

To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz C and 2008 Seat Alhambra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 129 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.

Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mercedes-Benz C 2008 Seat Alhambra
Make Mercedes-Benz Seat
Model C Alhambra
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2148 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 208 km/hour 177 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.7 seconds 15.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1505 kg 1634 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.1 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 70 L


 

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