1996 Seat Toledo vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 14 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 837 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.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Toledo. 2010 Volvo XC60 has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Seat Toledo | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | Toledo | XC60 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2774 mm |