2007 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G (457 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz G | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | G | Altea |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 457 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 55 L |