2006 Seat Altea vs. 2008 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2008 Skoda Superb is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Altea 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Superb. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 178 kg more than 2008 Skoda Superb. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Superb. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Altea | 2008 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Altea | Superb |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
