2008 Seat Altea vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 3 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 303 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa. 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Altea | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Seat | Nissan |
Model | Altea | Versa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1149 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |