1990 GMC Suburban vs. 2003 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2003 Seat Arosa is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2003 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Arosa.
Because 1990 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Seat Arosa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 GMC 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 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Arosa. 1990 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2003 Seat Arosa has manual transmission. 2003 Seat Arosa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Suburban | 2003 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | GMC | Seat |
| Model | Suburban | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2330 mm |
