2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz E and 2005 Seat Altea were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Altea. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2005 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | E | Altea |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |