2006 Nissan Xterra vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Altea would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Xterra | 2005 Seat Altea | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Xterra | Altea |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |