2005 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Seat Altea

To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2012 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 423 kg more than 2012 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Altea.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 530 2012 Seat Altea
Make BMW Seat
Model 530 Altea
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85.1 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 10.5:1
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.1 seconds 10.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 1192 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.3 L/100km 9.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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