2001 Seat Toledo vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2001 Seat Toledo. (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 429 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 335 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 335. 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, 2011 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Toledo. (220 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Toledo | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | Toledo | 335 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2327 cc | 3000 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
