2007 BMW 116 vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 3 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 116 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 2007 BMW 116. 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, 2004 Seat Altea (204 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 116 | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 116 | Altea |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |