2007 Seat Altea vs. 2008 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2008 Renault Symbol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 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) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 Renault Symbol. 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 Seat Altea (200 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Altea | 2008 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Seat | Renault |
Model | Altea | Symbol |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 200 Nm | 105 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2473 mm |