2004 Seat Altea vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 9 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (357 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 760 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.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Altea | 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Seat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Altea | GL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 357 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3075 mm |
