2003 Holden Astra vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Astra would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Astra (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 294 kg more than 2003 Holden Astra.
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, 2008 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden Astra | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Holden | Seat |
Model | Astra | Altea |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |