1994 Seat Toledo vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Seat Toledo. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1994 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 492 kg more than 1994 Seat Toledo. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (326 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Seat Toledo. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Seat Toledo | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Toledo | Passat |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
