2006 Seat Altea vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2006 Seat Altea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Altea. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Seat Altea | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Seat | Suzuki |
Model | Altea | XL7 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |