2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 3 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), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 270 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.
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, 2005 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Laguna | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Laguna | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| 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 | 161 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
