2009 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Seat Altea. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2007 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 525 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 525. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 2007 Seat Altea | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 525 | Altea |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
