2004 Seat Altea vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Altea would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 730 kg more than 2004 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series 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 2013 BMW 6 series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Altea | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | Altea | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
