2007 Seat Altea vs. 2011 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger is newer by 4 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2007 Seat Altea. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 445 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 2011 Dodge Charger 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 2011 Dodge Charger. 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, 2011 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Altea. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Altea. 2011 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2007 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2007 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Altea | 2011 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Seat | Dodge |
Model | Altea | Charger |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |