2006 Seat Altea vs. 2002 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2006 Seat Altea is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Tata Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Tata Indigo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Altea (148 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Tata Indigo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2002 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 645 kg more than 2002 Tata Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Tata Indigo. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Altea | 2002 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Seat | Tata |
| Model | Altea | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
