1991 Seat Toledo vs. 2009 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 18 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1991 Seat Toledo. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1991 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Altea weights approximately 374 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, 2009 Seat Altea (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Seat Toledo. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Seat Altea | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Toledo | Altea |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |