1997 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 325 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. 2004 Seat Toledo has automatic transmission and 1997 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1997 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Seat Toledo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Lantra | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | Lantra | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2580 mm |
