1998 Acura Integra vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 Acura Integra.
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, 1998 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea. 1998 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2003 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2003 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura Integra | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | Acura | Seat |
Model | Integra | Altea |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |