2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Altea would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Citroen Xsara. 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, 2003 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara. 2003 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 2003 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Xsara | Altea |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 10.1 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 | 1320 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
