2003 Renault Megane 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 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane.
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, 2003 Renault Megane (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Megane | Altea |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
