2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Altea would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Altima weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 Seat Altea. 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 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Altea. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Altima | 2005 Seat Altea | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Altima | Altea |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |