2008 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Seat Toledo
To start off, both 2008 BMW 330 and 2008 Seat Toledo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc, 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Seat Toledo. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Toledo. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Toledo. 2008 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2008 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2008 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2008 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 330 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1375 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 | 9.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
