1995 Rover 800 vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 800 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Rover 800 | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Rover | Seat |
Model | 800 | Altea |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |