2004 Peugeot 206 vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Altea weights approximately 48 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 206. 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, 2012 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Peugeot 206 | 2012 Seat Altea | |
Make | Peugeot | Seat |
Model | 206 | Altea |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |