2003 Seat Altea vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Eos 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 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 287 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.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (319 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Seat Altea | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Altea | Eos |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |