2003 Seat Altea vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Altea would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 5 kg more than 2011 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 116 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 2011 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2011 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Seat Altea | 2011 BMW 116 | |
Make | Seat | BMW |
Model | Altea | 116 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.2 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |