2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Altea would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (101 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 383 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2003 Seat Altea (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Accent | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Accent | Altea |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 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 | 1022 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |