1995 Rover 600 vs. 2009 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 600 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 600 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 600 weights approximately 181 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 600. (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Rover 600 | 2009 Seat Altea | |
Make | Rover | Seat |
Model | 600 | Altea |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |