2004 Seat Altea vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Altea would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Seat Altea. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Altea | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
Model | Altea | Cruze |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |