1998 Ford Maverick vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 14 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, 2012 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Seat Altea (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Maverick | Altea |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 |
