2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, both 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK and 2003 Seat Altea were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK (167 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea. 2003 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK has manual transmission. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | CLK | Altea |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |