2001 Hyundai Atos vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 593 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Atos. 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, 2003 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Atos | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Atos | Altea |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92.8 mm |
Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.8 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |