1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 60 kg more than 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Cadillac | Seat |
Model | Fleetwood | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4467 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |