2002 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 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, 2007 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6. 2002 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2007 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 6 | 2007 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 6 | Altea |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
