1996 Seat Toledo vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa is newer by 9 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 493 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, 2005 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Toledo. (127 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Toledo | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Toledo | Previa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2900 mm |
