2005 Holden Berlina vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Berlina weights approximately 214 kg more than 2007 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Berlina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Berlina | 2007 Seat Altea | |
Make | Holden | Seat |
Model | Berlina | Altea |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |