2005 Seat Altea vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Altea would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 801 kg more than 2005 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 GMC Savana 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 2011 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2011 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Altea. 2011 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Altea | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Seat | GMC |
Model | Altea | Savana |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |