1993 Saab 900 vs. 2009 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Saab 900 would be higher. Both 1993 Saab 900 and 2009 Seat Altea are equipped with a 1,984 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Saab 900. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1993 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Saab 900 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2009 Seat Altea.
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, 2009 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Saab 900. (180 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Saab 900. 2009 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 1993 Saab 900 has manual transmission. 1993 Saab 900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Saab 900 | 2009 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Saab | Seat |
| Model | 900 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
