1998 Ford Maverick vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Seat Altea (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Maverick | Altea |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
