2008 Mazda Tribute vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, both 2008 Mazda Tribute 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 12 kg more than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2008 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Altea. 2008 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2008 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2008 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mazda Tribute | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | Tribute | Altea |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |