2009 BMW 320 vs. 2001 Seat Tango
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Tango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Tango would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Tango (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Seat Tango.
Because 2009 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango, 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, 2001 Seat Tango (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Tango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2001 Seat Tango | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 320 | Tango |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |