2009 Opel Corsa vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 52 kg more than 2009 Opel Corsa. 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 (200 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Corsa | 2003 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Corsa | Altea |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
