2000 Ford Equator vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 1,787 cc, 2000 Ford Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Equator (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Equator should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 112 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Equator (160 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (148 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea. 2000 Ford Equator has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Equator | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Equator | Altea |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1787 cc | 1598 cc |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 148 Nm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1320 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2580 mm |