1996 Seat Toledo vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 17 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (134 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic weights approximately 125 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic (201 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Toledo. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Sonic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Toledo | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
| Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Toledo | Sonic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4039 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 46 L |
