2003 Seat Altea vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 7 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C8. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 Citroen C8. 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, 2003 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Seat Altea | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Seat | Citroen |
Model | Altea | C8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |