2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser (113 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea.
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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (157 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Chrysler | Seat |
Model | PT Cruiser | Altea |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4550 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |