2007 Seat Altea vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Altea would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Seat Altea. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2007 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 325 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 2011 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea, 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 Altea (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Altea | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Seat | BMW |
Model | Altea | 325 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |