2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Seat Altea (320 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Boxster | 2007 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | Boxster | Altea |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
