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 13 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 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. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea.
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 | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |