2009 BMW 530 vs. 2008 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2008 Seat Toledo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Toledo weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 BMW 530.
Because 2009 BMW 530 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 530. 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 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2008 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 530 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 10.3 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 | 1280 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
