2002 Daihatsu Altis vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daihatsu Altis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daihatsu Altis would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daihatsu Altis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daihatsu Altis (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 245 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu Altis.
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, 2002 Daihatsu Altis (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Daihatsu Altis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea. 2002 Daihatsu Altis has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Daihatsu Altis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daihatsu Altis | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Altis | Altea |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
