2006 Opel Astra vs. 2011 Seat Altea
To start off, 2011 Seat Altea is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 3 kg more than 2011 Seat Altea.
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, 2006 Opel Astra (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Altea. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Astra | 2011 Seat Altea | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Astra | Altea |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |