2010 Seat Altea vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2010 Seat Altea is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (114 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Altea weights approximately 415 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206. 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, 2010 Seat Altea (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206. 2001 Peugeot 206 has automatic transmission and 2010 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2010 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Peugeot 206 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Seat Altea | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Seat | Peugeot |
Model | Altea | 206 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |