2009 Lada 21 vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lada 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lada 21 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Altea (148 HP) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Altea weights approximately 122 kg more than 2009 Lada 21. 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, 2012 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (120 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21. 2012 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 2009 Lada 21 has manual transmission. 2009 Lada 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada 21 | 2012 Seat Altea | |
Make | Lada | Seat |
Model | 21 | Altea |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |