2005 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 240 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.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
Model | Grandis | Altea |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |