1992 BMW 332 vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,152 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (138 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 20 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Because 1992 BMW 332 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 1992 BMW 332. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo, 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, 1992 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 332 | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 332 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3152 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |