2002 Chrysler Neon vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler Neon would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 259 kg more than 2002 Chrysler Neon.
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, 2008 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler Neon. (154 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler Neon | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Chrysler | Seat |
| Model | Neon | Altea |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |
