2007 Renault Clio vs. 2001 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. 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, 2001 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2001 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Clio | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
