2006 Opel Astra vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 6 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), 2012 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 123 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra. 2012 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2012 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Astra | Altea |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
