2008 Seat Altea vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 14 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry. 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 Seat Altea (280 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Altea | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Altea | Camry |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |