1998 BMW 320 vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2000 Seat Salsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 94 kg more than 1998 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa 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, 2000 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 320 | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 320 | Salsa |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |