2004 Ford Freestyle vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2012 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 603 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, 2004 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestyle | 2012 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Freestyle | Altea |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
