2001 Seat Toledo vs. 2011 BMW 120

To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Seat Toledo. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2001 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 BMW 120 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 2011 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Seat Toledo 2011 BMW 120
Make Seat BMW
Model Toledo 120
Year Released 2001 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.5 mm 84.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 12.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1387 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1440 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 53 L


 

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