2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 168 kg more than 2012 Seat Altea.
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 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Seat Altea | |
Make | Skoda | Seat |
Model | Octavia | Altea |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |