2007 Seat Altea vs. 2010 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Idea is newer by 3 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 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Idea. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 334 kg more than 2010 Fiat Idea. 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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Idea. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Altea | 2010 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Seat | Fiat |
| Model | Altea | Idea |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 11.5 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 | 1484 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
