2003 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 218 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 2004 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
Model | Cavalier | Altea |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 55 L |