2008 Seat Altea vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (197 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 16 kg more than 2008 Seat Altea.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V 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, 1996 Honda CR-V 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 Seat Altea (280 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V. 1996 Honda CR-V 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. 1996 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Altea | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Seat | Honda |
| Model | Altea | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
