2006 Seat Alhambra vs. 2012 Renault Espace
To start off, 2012 Renault Espace is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Espace weights approximately 181 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, 2012 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Alhambra | 2012 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Seat | Renault |
| Model | Alhambra | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
