1994 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2001 Seat Toledo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,327 cc, 2001 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Toledo (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Toledo weights approximately 321 kg more than 1994 Ford Escort. 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, 2001 Seat Toledo (220 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Escort | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escort | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2327 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
