1994 Ford Versailles vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Versailles would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1994 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Versailles.
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, 2005 Seat Altea (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Versailles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Versailles | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Versailles | Altea |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2600 mm |
