1993 Ford Contour vs. 2010 Seat Altea
To start off, 2010 Seat Altea is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Contour (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Contour weights approximately 121 kg more than 2010 Seat Altea. 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, 1993 Ford Contour (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 2010 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Contour | Altea |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
