2009 Seat Altea vs. 2001 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Superb. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Superb would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Superb (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Superb weights approximately 104 kg more than 2009 Seat Altea. 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, 2001 Skoda Superb (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Altea. 2009 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 2001 Skoda Superb has manual transmission. 2001 Skoda Superb will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Seat Altea | 2001 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Altea | Superb |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
