2009 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 2 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 318 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2007 Seat Altea.
Because 2009 BMW 318 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 2009 BMW 318. 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 318 | 2007 Seat Altea | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 318 | Altea |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
