1991 Porsche 944 vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 944 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Seat Altea. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 46 kg more than 1991 Porsche 944.
Because 1991 Porsche 944 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 1991 Porsche 944. 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, 2007 Seat Altea (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 944. (337 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Porsche 944 | 2007 Seat Altea | |
Make | Porsche | Seat |
Model | 944 | Altea |
Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 337 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |