2004 Saturn Vue vs. 2009 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Altea (148 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Saturn Vue. (143 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saturn Vue weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 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 Saturn Vue (206 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Altea. (201 Nm). This means 2004 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saturn Vue | 2009 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Saturn | Seat |
| Model | Vue | Altea |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
