2005 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 6 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 537 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 2005 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 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, 2005 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 330 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
