2009 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Seat Altea would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 138 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. 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, 2008 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Focus | Altea |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |