2009 Porsche Boxster vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2009 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster. 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, 2009 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (204 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Boxster | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | Boxster | Altea |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 272 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
