2003 BMW X3 vs. 1995 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2003 BMW X3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X3 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1995 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1995 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X3 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, 2003 BMW X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 1995 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | X3 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
