2009 Opel Corsa vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 293 kg more than 2004 Seat Altea.
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, 2004 Seat Altea (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Corsa | Altea |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |