2006 Morgan 44 vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Morgan 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Morgan 44 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 566 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44.
Because 2006 Morgan 44 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Morgan 44. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Morgan 44 | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Morgan | Seat |
| Model | 44 | Altea |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
