2000 Opel Speedster vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 657 kg more than 2000 Opel Speedster.
Because 2000 Opel Speedster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Opel Speedster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Speedster | 2007 Seat Altea | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Speedster | Altea |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |