2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision and 2004 Seat Altea were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 225 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision (511 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mercedes-Benz Vision | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | Vision | Altea |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 511 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |