1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2000 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2000 Seat Alhambra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2000 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 185 kg more than 2000 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Alhambra. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2000 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2000 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2000 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Caprice | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
