2008 BMW 135 vs. 2006 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2006 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 135 weights approximately 289 kg more than 2006 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 135 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 2008 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2008 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Toledo. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Toledo. 2008 BMW 135 has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 135 | 2006 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 135 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
