1994 BMW 518 vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 518 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1994 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 270 kg more than 1994 BMW 518. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 BMW 518 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 1994 BMW 518. 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, 2005 Seat Altea (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 518. 2005 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW 518 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW 518 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 518 | 2005 Seat Altea | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 518 | Altea |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |