1990 Opel Omega vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Opel Omega. (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 235 kg more than 1990 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Omega. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Omega | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Omega | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2594 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |
