1992 Seat Toledo vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (308 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1992 Seat Toledo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1992 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1444 kg more than 1992 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Seat Toledo | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Toledo | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3010 mm |
