1996 Seat Toledo vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 7 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 450 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Toledo. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Toledo | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Seat | Nissan |
| Model | Toledo | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
