1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (99 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
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, 2004 Seat Toledo (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Saxo | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Saxo | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2600 mm |
