1999 BMW X5 vs. 1999 Seat Toledo

To start off, both 1999 BMW X5 and 1999 Seat Toledo were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 939 kg more than 1999 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo. 1999 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1999 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1999 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 BMW X5 1999 Seat Toledo
Make BMW Seat
Model X5 Toledo
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 282 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 439 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1900 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2184 kg 1245 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2520 mm


 

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