2009 Renault Megane vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2009 Renault Megane is newer by 1 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 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Megane.
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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Megane | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Megane | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
