1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1198 kg more than 2009 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Express 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 1997 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Express | Altea |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2470 mm |
