2009 BMW X3 vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 is newer by 9 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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2009 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2000 Seat Salsa.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X3 | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | X3 | Salsa |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |