1999 Seat Toledo vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 415 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 2007 BMW 525 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 2007 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo. 2007 BMW 525 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. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Toledo | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | Toledo | 525 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
