1989 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 450 kg more than 2007 Seat Altea.
Because 1989 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2007 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz G. 2007 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 1989 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1989 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Mercedes-Benz G | 2007 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | G | Altea |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |