2003 Seat Altea vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 8 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Opel Astra. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 137 kg more than 2011 Opel Astra. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Astra. 2003 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 2011 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2011 Opel Astra 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 | 2011 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Seat | Opel |
| Model | Altea | Astra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
