2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Altea would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2009 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda RX-8 | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | RX-8 | Altea |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1307 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |