2006 Maybach 62 vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Maybach 62 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1430 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 Maybach 62 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Maybach 62. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 700 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea. 2006 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 2003 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2003 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maybach 62 | 2003 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Maybach | Seat |
| Model | 62 | Altea |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 55 L |
