2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (113 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 689 kg more than 2003 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Kangoo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. 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 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Kangoo | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Kangoo | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
Torque | 105 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |