2006 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Seat Altea
To start off, both 2006 BMW 325 and 2006 Seat Altea were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 BMW 325.
Because 2006 BMW 325 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 2006 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Altea. 2006 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 2006 Seat Altea | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 325 | Altea |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |