2003 Seat Altea vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda is newer by 6 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2009 Pagani Zonda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea. 2003 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 2009 Pagani Zonda has manual transmission. 2009 Pagani Zonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Seat Altea | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Seat | Pagani |
Model | Altea | Zonda |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 594 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |