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, 2003 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 207 kg more than 2008 Suzuki SX4. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3250 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 | 1894 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |