2007 Seat Altea vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Seat Altea. 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, 2004 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Altea. 2007 Seat Altea 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 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Altea | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Altea | Altea |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
