2004 Scion xB vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Scion xB 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Scion xB (108 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Scion xB should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 Scion xB.
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, 2003 Seat Altea (148 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Scion xB. (142 Nm). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Scion xB | 2003 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Scion | Seat |
| Model | xB | Altea |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
