2000 Peugeot 106 vs. 2009 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Altea weights approximately 406 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 106. 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, 2009 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 106. 2009 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 2000 Peugeot 106 has manual transmission. 2000 Peugeot 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Peugeot 106 | 2009 Seat Altea | |
Make | Peugeot | Seat |
Model | 106 | Altea |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |