2005 Suzuki Ignis vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. 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, 2007 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. 2007 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Ignis has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Ignis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Ignis | 2007 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Suzuki | Seat |
| Model | Ignis | Altea |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
