1999 BMW 323 vs. 2005 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Seat Toledo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Seat Toledo.
Because 1999 BMW 323 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 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1999 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Toledo. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 323 | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 323 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |