1987 Renault 5 vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 776 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Renault 5 | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | 5 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1634 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |