2008 Mazda DrifterX vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, both 2008 Mazda DrifterX 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda DrifterX weights approximately 34 kg more than 2008 Seat Altea.
Because 2008 Mazda DrifterX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mazda DrifterX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Altea. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda DrifterX | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | DrifterX | Altea |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 257 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.8 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |