1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Riviera (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 58 kg more than 1998 Buick Riviera.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Riviera. (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Riviera. 1998 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2008 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2008 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | Riviera | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |