2009 Seat Altea vs. 1999 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1999 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 21 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Seat Altea | 1999 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Seat | Skoda |
Model | Altea | Octavia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |