2006 Seat Altea vs. 2003 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2006 Seat Altea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Omega would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Omega.
Because 2003 Vauxhall Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Vauxhall Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Altea. 2003 Vauxhall Omega has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Vauxhall Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Seat Altea | 2003 Vauxhall Omega | |
Make | Seat | Vauxhall |
Model | Altea | Omega |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2740 mm |