2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1451 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.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2003 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | F-150 | Altea |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
