2009 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (138 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
Because 2009 BMW 325 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 2009 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 325 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
