1997 Seat Toledo vs. 2006 Mazda 2
To start off, 2006 Mazda 2 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 2 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1997 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, 2006 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Toledo. 2006 Mazda 2 has automatic transmission and 1997 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1997 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mazda 2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Seat Toledo | 2006 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Seat | Mazda |
Model | Toledo | 2 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |