2005 Seat Altea vs. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Altea (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 530 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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, 2005 Seat Altea (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Altea | 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Altea | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
