2002 Kia Sportage vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 138 kg more than 2005 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Sportage | 2005 Seat Altea | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Sportage | Altea |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |