1998 Lotus 340 R 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 Lotus 340 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus 340 R would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus 340 R (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus 340 R should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 755 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
Because 1998 Lotus 340 R is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Lotus 340 R. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (198 Nm). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus 340 R | 2005 Seat Altea | |
Make | Lotus | Seat |
Model | 340 R | Altea |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 200 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |