2005 Opel Vectra vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 173 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Seat Altea (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra. 2005 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 2008 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2008 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Vectra | Altea |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 239 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
