2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 5 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1238 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Envoy (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea. 2008 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2003 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2003 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 2003 Seat Altea | |
| Make | GMC | Seat |
| Model | Envoy | Altea |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
