2008 Seat Altea vs. 2011 Scion xD
To start off, 2011 Scion xD 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Scion xD (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 255 kg more than 2011 Scion xD.
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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Altea | 2011 Scion xD | |
Make | Seat | Scion |
Model | Altea | xD |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1191 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3929 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1725 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1509 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2461 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |