2007 Seat Alhambra vs. 2005 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Reno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Reno would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Reno. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 394 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Reno. 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 Seat Alhambra (210 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Alhambra | 2005 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Alhambra | Reno |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1262 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
