2003 Seat Altea vs. 2000 Ford Laser
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 550 kg more than 2000 Ford Laser. 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 (200 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser. 2000 Ford Laser 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. 2000 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Seat Altea | 2000 Ford Laser | |
Make | Seat | Ford |
Model | Altea | Laser |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 81.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |