1997 Renault Espace vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (166 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 Renault Espace. 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Espace. (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Espace | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Espace | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
