2007 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 591 kg more than 2004 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Arosa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 525 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 974 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
