2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna 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 70 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. 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 2005 Renault Laguna. 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 (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Laguna | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | Laguna | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |