2005 Seat Toledo vs. 2005 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2005 Seat Toledo and 2005 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW Z4 (184 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Seat Toledo. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW Z4 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2005 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW Z4 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 2005 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Toledo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW Z4. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW Z4. 2005 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Toledo | 2005 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Seat | BMW |
| Model | Toledo | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1341 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
