1996 Citroen AX vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1996 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Toledo weights approximately 482 kg more than 1996 Citroen AX. 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, 1999 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen AX | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | AX | Toledo |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |