2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (161 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
Because 2009 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 6 | Altea |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
