2007 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 770 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2003 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | ML | Altea |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
