2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Altea would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 280 kg more than 2004 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Tucson | Altea |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
