2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 56 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
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 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra. 2007 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac BLS has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac BLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Cadillac BLS | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Cadillac | Seat |
Model | BLS | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |