2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS

To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 32 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 2010 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Seat Alhambra 2010 Cadillac CTS
Make Seat Cadillac
Model Alhambra CTS
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Minivan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 302 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 5700 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1724 kg 1756 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4867 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1842 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1504 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 68 L


 

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