2005 Seat Altea vs. 2009 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2009 Renault Symbol is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Altea 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 (149 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Renault Symbol. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 430 kg more than 2009 Renault Symbol. 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 (200 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Symbol. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Altea | 2009 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Seat | Renault |
Model | Altea | Symbol |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 200 Nm | 148 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2473 mm |