2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, both 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 MX-5 Miata. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 357 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 MX-5 Miata. 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 Seat Altea (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Altea |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 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 | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 8.6 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 | 1095 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1250 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |