2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac CTS and 2005 Seat Alhambra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 74 kg more than 2005 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Cadillac | Seat |
Model | CTS | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |