2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Alhambra. 2009 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1999 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 1999 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Ram | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 552 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
