1997 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 335 kg more than 1997 Ford Escort. 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, 2003 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort. 2003 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Escort | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Escort | Altea |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |