1994 Seat Ibiza vs. 2002 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2002 Seat Toledo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1994 Seat Ibiza. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Toledo weights approximately 248 kg more than 1994 Seat Ibiza. 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, 2002 Seat Toledo (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Ibiza. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Seat Ibiza | 2002 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Ibiza | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
