2002 Opel Concept M vs. 2006 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Seat Altea is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Concept M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Concept M would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Concept M (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Concept M should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 132 kg more than 2002 Opel Concept M.
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, 2006 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Concept M. (205 Nm @ 1980 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Concept M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Concept M | 2006 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Concept M | Altea |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1980 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
