2002 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (180 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 192 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Seat Altea (320 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (236 Nm). This means 2012 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Seat |
| Model | Golf | Altea |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
