2003 Seat Altea vs. 2010 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2010 Lada Kalina 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 585 kg more than 2010 Lada Kalina. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Seat Altea | 2010 Lada Kalina | |
Make | Seat | Lada |
Model | Altea | Kalina |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |