2003 Seat Altea vs. 2012 BMW 316
To start off, 2012 BMW 316 is newer by 9 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), 2012 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 316 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 316 weights approximately 90 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 2012 BMW 316 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 2012 BMW 316. 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, 2012 BMW 316 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Seat Altea | 2012 BMW 316 | |
Make | Seat | BMW |
Model | Altea | 316 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |