2008 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Altea would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 34 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2007 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Outlander | 2007 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
Model | Outlander | Altea |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |