1991 Ford Sierra vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Altea (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 260 kg more than 1991 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Seat Altea (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Sierra | Altea |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
