2008 Mazda 2 vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Mazda 2 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 2 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2004 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, 2008 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 2 | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 2 | Altea |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
