1989 Saab 9000 vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 195 kg more than 1989 Saab 9000.
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 Saab 9000 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Alhambra. 1999 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 1989 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1989 Saab 9000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Saab 9000 | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Saab | Seat |
| Model | 9000 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
