2001 BMW X Coupe vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X Coupe would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X Coupe (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X Coupe weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe 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, 2001 BMW X Coupe (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Altea. 2001 BMW X Coupe has automatic transmission and 2008 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2008 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW X Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X Coupe | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | X Coupe | Altea |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
