2008 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Altea would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Elantra (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 132 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2004 Seat Altea (326 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. (236 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Elantra | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Elantra | Altea |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |