2007 Seat Altea vs. 2012 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 5 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 03-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 340 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 2012 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Saab 03-Sep will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Saab 03-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Altea | 2012 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Seat | Saab |
Model | Altea | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1755 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |