2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 5 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 483 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion. 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 (200 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fusion. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fusion | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Fusion | Altea |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |