2003 Seat Alhambra vs. 2010 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2010 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 153 kg more than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. 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, 2003 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Seat Alhambra | 2010 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Seat | Renault |
| Model | Alhambra | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
