1997 Rover 200 vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 590 kg more than 1997 Rover 200. 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, 2007 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Rover 200 | 2007 Seat Altea | |
Make | Rover | Seat |
Model | 200 | Altea |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |