2006 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2003 Seat Altea

To start off, 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 544 kg more than 2003 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Jeep Wrangler 2003 Seat Altea
Make Jeep Seat
Model Wrangler Altea
Year Released 2006 2003
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3966 cc 1593 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 297 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 98.4 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.7 mm 77.4 mm
Top Speed 174 km/hour 181 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.4 seconds 12.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1864 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 3950 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 55 L


 

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