1992 Seat Toledo vs. 2003 Buick Park Avenue

To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 11 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1992 Seat Toledo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1992 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 695 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.

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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Seat Toledo.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Seat Toledo 2003 Buick Park Avenue
Make Seat Buick
Model Toledo Park Avenue
Year Released 1992 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 3798 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 74 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 140 Nm 387 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1045 kg 1740 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2780 mm


 

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