1995 Lancia Dedra vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 554 kg more than 1995 Lancia Dedra. 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 1995 Lancia Dedra. 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 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Dedra. (129 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Dedra | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Dedra | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
