1998 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2006 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Seat Altea is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Seat Altea. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2006 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2006 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
Model | Lancer | Altea |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |