2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Altea would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 531 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. 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, 2007 Seat Altea (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 2007 Seat Altea | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Panda | Altea |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |