2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Altea would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 519 kg more than 2005 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Altea. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Altea. 2005 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Wrangler | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Jeep | Seat |
| Model | Wrangler | Altea |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1949 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
