2006 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Saab 03-Sep 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (206 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Saab 03-Sep.
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 Saab 03-Sep (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saab 03-Sep | 2003 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Saab | Seat |
| Model | 03-Sep | Altea |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
