2006 GMC Savana vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Altea would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1132 kg more than 2003 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana 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, 2006 GMC Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Savana | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | GMC | Seat |
Model | Savana | Altea |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5324 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |