2008 Seat Altea vs. 2004 Volvo S40
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,507 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S40 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 48 kg more than 2004 Volvo S40.
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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S40. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Altea | 2004 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | Altea | S40 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |