2007 Seat Altea vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Altea | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Seat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Altea | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |