1999 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 214 kg more than 1999 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, 2008 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Cavalier | Altea |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |