2006 BMW 316 vs. 2005 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2006 BMW 316 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 316 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2005 Seat Toledo.
Because 2006 BMW 316 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 2006 BMW 316. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 316 | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 316 | Toledo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1341 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |