1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 45 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 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | 3000GT | Altea |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |
