1996 Renault Safrane vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 Renault Safrane. 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane. 2005 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Safrane | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Safrane | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
