2003 Seat Altea vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 10 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (245 HP) has 107 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 261 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.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Seat Altea | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Seat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Altea | C |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
