1995 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2011 Seat Altea

To start off, 2011 Seat Altea is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Altea weights approximately 203 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier.

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, 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Altea. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Altea.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Chevrolet Cavalier 2011 Seat Altea
Make Chevrolet Seat
Model Cavalier Altea
Year Released 1995 2011
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2391 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 150 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 201 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1187 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 55 L


 

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