2001 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 755 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.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 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 X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | X5 | Altea |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |