2004 Seat Altea vs. 2012 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2012 Nissan Versa 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 98 kg more than 2012 Nissan Versa.
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 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Altea | 2012 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Seat | Nissan |
| Model | Altea | Versa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1222 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
