1996 Rover 200 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 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Toledo weights approximately 235 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. 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 (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 200 | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | 200 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
