2012 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Altea would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Genesis (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2007 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 331 kg more than 2007 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Hyundai Genesis 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 2012 Hyundai Genesis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2012 Hyundai Genesis (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Altea. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai Genesis | 2007 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Genesis | Altea |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4986 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |
