2000 Pontiac Piranha vs. 2006 Seat Altea

To start off, 2006 Seat Altea is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Piranha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Piranha would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Piranha is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Piranha (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Piranha should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Piranha weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Seat Altea (320 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (203 Nm). This means 2006 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. 2000 Pontiac Piranha has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Pontiac Piranha will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Pontiac Piranha 2006 Seat Altea
Make Pontiac Seat
Model Piranha Altea
Year Released 2000 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2199 cc 1966 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 212 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 203 Nm 320 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2590 mm


 

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