2005 BMW X5 vs. 1999 Seat Formula
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Formula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Formula would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Formula (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1999 Seat Formula.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Formula. (301 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Formula.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1999 Seat Formula | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | X5 | Formula |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |
