2003 Seat Altea vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo S70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo S70 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S70 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volvo S70 weights approximately 248 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Seat Altea (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70. 1997 Volvo S70 has automatic transmission and 2003 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2003 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Volvo S70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Seat Altea | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Altea | S70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
