2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 30 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 2000 Mazda Familia 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, 2000 Mazda Familia 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Altea. 2000 Mazda Familia has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 2005 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | Familia | Altea |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |