1996 Seat Toledo vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Toledo weights approximately 141 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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 (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Toledo | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Toledo | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2380 mm |
