1999 Renault Clio vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Clio would be higher. Both 1999 Renault Clio and 2004 Seat Altea are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Renault Clio. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 325 kg more than 1999 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 148 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Clio | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Clio | Altea |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
