2008 BMW 528 vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 is newer by 5 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 BMW 528.
Because 2008 BMW 528 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 2008 BMW 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2008 BMW 528 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Altea. (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 528 | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 528 | Altea |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |