1994 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 2 kg more than 2008 Seat Alhambra.

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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. 2008 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport has manual transmission. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Pontiac Trans Sport 2008 Seat Alhambra
Make Pontiac Seat
Model Trans Sport Alhambra
Year Released 1994 2008
Body Type Minivan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2260 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 145 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 191 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 90.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 185 km/hour 217 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.3 seconds 9.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1702 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 70 L


 

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