2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 151 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2006 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Chevrolet Lumina (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Alhambra. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Lumina | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3565 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
