1999 Renault Espace vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 176 kg more than 1999 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Espace. (208 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Espace. 2006 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Espace | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Espace | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 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 |
