2008 BMW 330 vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Salsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Salsa would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa 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, 2000 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 330 | Salsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2791 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
