2008 Rover 75 vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Altea would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (256 HP) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 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 Rover 75 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 75 | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | 75 | Altea |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
