2009 Infiniti EX vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Infiniti EX 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti EX (293 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti EX weights approximately 399 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.
Because 2009 Infiniti EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea. 2009 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 2003 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2003 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Infiniti EX | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | Infiniti | Seat |
Model | EX | Altea |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 293 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |