1996 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz G (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 720 kg more than 2005 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2005 Seat Altea (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz G. (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz G | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | G | Altea |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2600 mm |
