1993 Seat Toledo vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 is newer by 16 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 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1993 Seat Toledo. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 324 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 2009 Volvo XC90 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, 2009 Volvo XC90 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, 2009 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Seat Toledo | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Toledo | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1369 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |
