1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Altea (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 310 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. 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, 2005 Seat Altea (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Lantra | 2005 Seat Altea | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Lantra | Altea |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |