1999 Pontiac Salsa vs. 2006 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Seat Altea is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Salsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Salsa would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Salsa (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Salsa should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Salsa.
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 Pontiac Salsa (203 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Altea. (148 Nm). This means 1999 Pontiac Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Salsa | 2006 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Pontiac | Seat |
| Model | Salsa | Altea |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1320 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
