2007 BMW 116 vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 519 kg more than 2007 BMW 116.
Because 2006 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 116 | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 116 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |