2004 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Trajet (171 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Seat Altea. 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, 2004 Hyundai Trajet (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Altea. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Altea. 2004 Hyundai Trajet has automatic transmission and 2008 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2008 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Hyundai Trajet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Hyundai Trajet | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Trajet | Altea |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |