2009 Seat Altea vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 133 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, 2004 Skoda Octavia (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Seat Altea | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Seat | Skoda |
Model | Altea | Octavia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |