1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1996 Seat Toledo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 374 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | 220 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2480 mm |
