1996 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 434 kg more than 1996 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (143 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Laguna | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Laguna | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
