2005 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (144 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2005 Hyundai Terracan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Terracan | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Terracan | Altea |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |