2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2006 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Altea would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2006 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 712 kg more than 2006 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Altea. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 2006 Seat Altea | |
Make | GMC | Seat |
Model | Acadia | Altea |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |