1993 Seat Toledo vs. 2001 BMW 320
To start off, 2001 BMW 320 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1993 Seat Toledo. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 320 weights approximately 626 kg more than 1993 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2001 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Toledo. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Toledo. 2001 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1993 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1993 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Seat Toledo | 2001 BMW 320 | |
Make | Seat | BMW |
Model | Toledo | 320 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |