2011 Cadillac DTS vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2011 Cadillac DTS is newer by 12 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 173 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 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, 2011 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Cadillac DTS | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Seat |
| Model | DTS | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5273 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
