1999 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Seat Toledo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Seat Toledo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Toledo weights approximately 22 kg more than 1999 BMW 318.
Because 1999 BMW 318 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 1999 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 2007 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 318 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
