2003 Ford GT vs. 2006 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Seat Altea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 2006 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford GT weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford GT | 2006 Seat Altea | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | GT | Altea |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |