1998 Hyundai Marcia 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 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Altea (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Marcia. 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, 2005 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Hyundai Marcia | 2005 Seat Altea | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Marcia | Altea |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |