2004 MCC ForFour vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 MCC ForFour is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Altea would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 MCC ForFour. (108 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 454 kg more than 2004 MCC ForFour. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC ForFour. (148 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2004 MCC ForFour | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | MCC | Seat |
Model | ForFour | Altea |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |