2005 BMW 316 vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 2 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 59 kg more than 2005 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 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, 2003 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 316 | 2003 Seat Altea | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 316 | Altea |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
