2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1998 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1998 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Alhambra. 2008 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1998 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 1998 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 1998 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Seat |
| Model | Escalade | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |
