2007 Renault Clio vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 1 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 459 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, 2007 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Clio | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
