1993 Seat Toledo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1993 Seat Toledo. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 392 kg more than 1993 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Toledo. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Seat Toledo | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Toledo | Passat |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
