2008 Seat Altea vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Altea. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Altea | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Seat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Altea | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.3 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |
