2004 Seat Altea vs. 2002 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 220 kg more than 2002 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2002 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Altea | 2002 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Altea | Yaris |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |