1996 Nissan Almera 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 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Almera 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 18 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Almera. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Toledo weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 Nissan Almera. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Almera. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Almera | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Almera | Toledo |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |