2009 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (138 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
Because 2009 BMW 525 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 525. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 525 | Toledo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 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 | 6500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |