2005 Seat Altea vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 10 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Altea | 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Seat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Altea | Outlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 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 | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4295 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1631 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |