1995 Volvo 440 vs. 2005 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Seat Toledo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 440. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Toledo weights approximately 397 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440. 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, 2005 Seat Toledo (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 440. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 440. 2005 Seat Toledo has automatic transmission and 1995 Volvo 440 has manual transmission. 1995 Volvo 440 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Volvo 440 | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Volvo | Seat |
| Model | 440 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
