2008 Seat Altea vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Seat Altea would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 975 kg more than 2008 Seat Altea.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Altea. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Altea | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | Altea | X5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
