2005 Seat Altea vs. 2000 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 65 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 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 will offer significantly more control. 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 Seat Altea (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. 2000 Chevrolet S-10 has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet S-10 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Altea | 2000 Chevrolet S-10 | |
Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
Model | Altea | S-10 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3130 mm |