2009 Honda FR-V vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Altea would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 113 kg more than 2003 Seat Altea. 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, 2003 Seat Altea (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 2003 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | FR-V | Altea |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
