2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Renault Laguna. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 349 kg more than 2000 Renault Laguna. 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 (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Renault Laguna | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Laguna | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1634 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |