1996 Seat Toledo vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 125 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 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2010 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Seat Toledo | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Seat | BMW |
Model | Toledo | 125 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |