2008 Mazda 3 vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, both 2008 Mazda 3 and 2008 Seat Altea were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 3. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 217 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Seat Altea (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (187 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda 3 | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | 3 | Altea |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 8.6 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 | 1235 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |