1994 Renault 19 vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault 19 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1994 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 560 kg more than 1994 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault 19. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Seat Alhambra (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 19. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault 19 | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 19 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
