2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Altea would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 551 kg more than 2003 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea. 2007 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2003 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2003 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Cadillac SRX | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | Cadillac | Seat |
Model | SRX | Altea |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |