2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 3,555 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 246 kg more than 2008 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. 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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | LaCrosse | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3555 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
