2004 Seat Ibiza vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Ibiza would be higher. Both 2004 Seat Ibiza and 2008 Seat Altea are equipped with a 1,896 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 263 kg more than 2004 Seat Ibiza. 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, 2008 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Ibiza. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Ibiza | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Ibiza | Altea |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1142 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |