2010 Ferrari California vs. 2011 Seat Altea
To start off, 2011 Seat Altea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ferrari California. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ferrari California would be higher. At 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2011 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari California weights approximately 541 kg more than 2011 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ferrari California 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 2010 Ferrari California. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2010 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Altea. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ferrari California | 2011 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Ferrari | Seat |
| Model | California | Altea |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4562 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1308 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
