2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 17 kg more than 2009 Buick Lucerne.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | Lucerne | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1634 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |