1991 Seat Toledo vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Altea (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 360 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Seat Altea (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Seat Toledo | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Toledo | Altea |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2590 mm |
