1990 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 310 kg more than 1990 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Granada | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.1:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
