2003 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 320 (142 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 136 kg more than 2003 BMW 320.
Because 2003 BMW 320 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 2003 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 320 | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 320 | Altea |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |