2006 Seat Altea vs. 2012 Peugeot 4007
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 4007 is newer by 6 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 4007 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 4007 (154 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Seat Altea. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 4007 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Altea.
Because 2012 Peugeot 4007 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 4007 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Peugeot 4007 (380 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Altea. (200 Nm). This means 2012 Peugeot 4007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Altea | 2012 Peugeot 4007 | |
| Make | Seat | Peugeot |
| Model | Altea | 4007 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
