2005 Proton Gen-2 vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Altea would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton Gen-2 | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Proton | Seat |
| Model | Gen-2 | Altea |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
