2011 Seat Altea vs. 2005 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 Seat Altea is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW Z4 (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Altea weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 BMW Z4.
Because 2005 BMW Z4 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 2005 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2005 BMW Z4 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Altea. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Altea. 2005 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 2011 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2011 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Seat Altea | 2005 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | Altea | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
