1998 Renault Clio vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 685 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Clio | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
