1990 Jaguar XJS 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 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 94 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJS.
Because 2007 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1990 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJS | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | XJS | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
