2010 Buick Lucerne vs. 2001 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 61 kg more than 2001 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Buick Lucerne | 2001 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | Lucerne | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1726 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5161 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
