2007 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra

To start off, both 2007 BMW 320 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 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 219 kg more than 2007 BMW 320.

Because 2007 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2007 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2007 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 320 2007 Seat Alhambra
Make BMW Seat
Model 320 Alhambra
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 200 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 79.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.9 seconds 14.7 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1505 kg 1724 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L


 

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