2003 Seat Altea vs. 2004 Acura TL
To start off, 2004 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Altea would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 87 kg more than 2004 Acura TL.
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, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea. 2004 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2003 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2003 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Seat Altea | 2004 Acura TL | |
Make | Seat | Acura |
Model | Altea | TL |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 3210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |