2010 BMW 320 vs. 2000 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2010 BMW 320 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Alhambra.
Because 2010 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 2010 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Alhambra, 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, 2010 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Alhambra. 2000 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 320 | 2000 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 320 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4624 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
