2002 Volvo S60 vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 214 kg more than 2002 Volvo S60.
Because 2002 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Volvo S60 | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Volvo | Seat |
Model | S60 | Altea |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |