1999 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Accord weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Seat Altea. 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, 1999 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Accord | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Accord | Altea |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |