2000 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2011 Seat Altea
To start off, 2011 Seat Altea is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2011 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 155 kg more than 2011 Seat Altea. 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, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (203 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Altea. (200 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2011 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Pontiac | Seat |
| Model | Grand Prix | Altea |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |
