2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2005 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 3 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Reno (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 392 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Reno.
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, both vehicles can yield 170 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Alhambra | 2005 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Alhambra | Reno |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
