2007 Seat Altea vs. 2011 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Azera 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Azera (260 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 207 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.
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, 2011 Hyundai Azera (316 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Altea | 2011 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Seat | Hyundai |
Model | Altea | Azera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1622 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |