2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2012 Renault Clio
To start off, 2012 Renault Clio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Clio weights approximately 86 kg more than 2008 Seat Alhambra.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Clio. (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Alhambra | 2012 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Seat | Renault |
| Model | Alhambra | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
