2007 Mazda 3 vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Altea would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3. 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, 2007 Mazda 3 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 3 | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | 3 | Altea |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |