1993 Ford Probe vs. 2006 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2006 Seat Toledo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Toledo weights approximately 170 kg more than 1993 Ford Probe. 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, 2006 Seat Toledo (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Probe. 2006 Seat Toledo has automatic transmission and 1993 Ford Probe has manual transmission. 1993 Ford Probe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Probe | 2006 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Probe | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
