1992 Rover 620i vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 620i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 620i would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 620i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 620i (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 620i should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 65 kg more than 1992 Rover 620i.
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, 1992 Rover 620i (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 620i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 620i | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | 620i | Altea |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
