2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 174 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2002 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Porsche Boxster | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | Porsche | Seat |
Model | Boxster | Altea |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2685 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |