1996 Seat Toledo vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 16 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Seat Toledo. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 300 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Toledo. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Seat Toledo | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Seat | Ford |
Model | Toledo | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |