1995 Seat Toledo vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC

To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1995 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 1780 kg more than 1995 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Toledo.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Seat Toledo 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
Make Seat Mercedes-Benz
Model Toledo CLC
Year Released 1995 2011
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 89 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 351 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 92.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 2830 kg
Vehicle Length 4330 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 62 L


 

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