1994 Audi V8 vs. 1997 Seat Toledo

To start off, 1997 Seat Toledo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1997 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi V8 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1997 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 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, 1994 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Toledo.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Audi V8 1997 Seat Toledo
Make Audi Seat
Model V8 Toledo
Year Released 1994 1997
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3561 cc 1780 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 247 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2480 mm


 

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