1996 Seat Toledo vs. 2004 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 8 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, both vehicles can yield 63 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 53 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo.
Because 2004 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2004 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1996 Seat Toledo (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Toledo | 2004 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Toledo | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2490 mm |
