2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 459 kg more than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Seat Altea (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2007 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Altea |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |