1995 Lancia Dedra vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 13 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), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 496 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.
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 (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Dedra. (129 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Dedra | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| 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 | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1666 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 | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
