1997 Nissan Almera vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Almera. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Altea weights approximately 149 kg more than 1997 Nissan Almera. 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, 2012 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Almera. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Almera | 2012 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Almera | Altea |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
