2004 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 1 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 548 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 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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 Mitsubishi Montero (302 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | 2003 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Montero | Altea |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1923 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
