2004 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 84 kg more than 2005 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, 2004 Ford Escape (265 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Altea. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escape | Altea |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1489 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
