2004 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Altea (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Saab 05-Sep. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2004 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 58 kg more than 2005 Seat Altea.
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 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saab 05-Sep | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Saab | Seat |
| Model | 05-Sep | Altea |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
