2003 Seat Altea vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4

To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 5 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 53 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 2008 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Seat Altea 2008 Suzuki SX4
Make Seat Suzuki
Model Altea SX4
Year Released 2003 2008
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 1910 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 103 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 90.4 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 183 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.3 seconds 11.2 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1405 kg 1458 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.4 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 50 L


 

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