1995 Rover 200 vs. 2006 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Seat Altea is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (144 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 585 kg more than 1995 Rover 200. 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, 2006 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Rover 200 | 2006 Seat Altea | |
Make | Rover | Seat |
Model | 200 | Altea |
Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |