2006 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, both 2006 Renault Grand Scenic and 2006 Seat Alhambra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 34 kg more than 2006 Seat Alhambra. 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Grand Scenic | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
