2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 494 kg more than 2008 Seat Altea.
Because 2009 Chrysler 300 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 2009 Chrysler 300. 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Altea. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Chrysler | Seat |
| Model | 300 | Altea |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
