2004 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 654 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 325 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
