2002 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2011 Seat Altea
To start off, 2011 Seat Altea is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 401 kg more than 2011 Seat Altea.
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, 2011 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Saab 05-Sep | 2011 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Saab | Seat |
| Model | 05-Sep | Altea |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
