1996 Seat Toledo vs. 2000 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2000 Seat Arosa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Arosa (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Arosa weights approximately 257 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo. 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, 1996 Seat Toledo (127 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm). This means 1996 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Toledo | 2000 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Toledo | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1289 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2850 mm |
