2005 Seat Altea vs. 2011 Lexus CT
To start off, 2011 Lexus CT is newer by 6 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, 2011 Lexus CT (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus CT should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus CT weights approximately 15 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.
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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus CT. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus CT.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Altea | 2011 Lexus CT | |
Make | Seat | Lexus |
Model | Altea | CT |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4321 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |