2001 Dodge Stratus vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Stratus (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 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, 2001 Dodge Stratus (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Altea. 2001 Dodge Stratus has automatic transmission and 2008 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2008 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Stratus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Stratus | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Dodge | Seat |
| Model | Stratus | Altea |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
