2003 Fiat Siena 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 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Siena. (69 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 220 kg more than 2003 Fiat Siena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (326 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Siena | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Siena | Altea |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2590 mm |