2009 Renault Laguna vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2009 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Renault Laguna. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Laguna.
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, 2009 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra. 2007 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Laguna | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Laguna | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
