2007 BMW 120 vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, both 2007 BMW 120 and 2007 Seat Alhambra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 306 kg more than 2007 BMW 120.
Because 2007 BMW 120 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 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra, 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 120 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1656 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 | 12.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |