2005 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Seat Alhambra.
Because 1999 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Alhambra. 2005 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 1999 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 1999 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Grand Espace | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Grand Espace | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
