2008 Seat Altea vs. 2010 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Getz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Seat Altea would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 215 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Getz. 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 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Altea | 2010 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Seat | Hyundai |
| Model | Altea | Getz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
