2003 Seat Altea vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Octavia would be higher. Both 2003 Seat Altea and 1997 Skoda Octavia are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Octavia (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 90 kg more than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
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 Seat Altea (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Seat Altea | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Seat | Skoda |
Model | Altea | Octavia |
Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |