2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Altea would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 185 kg more than 2003 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 2003 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2003 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2003 Seat Altea | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | Convertible | Altea |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
