1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Seat Altea
To start off, 2011 Seat Altea is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Altea.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Suburban | Altea |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2470 mm |
