2008 BMW 550 vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 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 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 Seat Salsa. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Salsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Seat Salsa. 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 550. 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, 2008 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Salsa. (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Salsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 550 | Salsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2791 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 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 | 1660 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
