1997 Seat Toledo vs. 2012 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2012 Holden Captiva is newer by 15 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Holden Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Holden Captiva weights approximately 805 kg more than 1997 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Holden Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Holden Captiva 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, 2012 Holden Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Toledo. 2012 Holden Captiva 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. 2012 Holden Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Seat Toledo | 2012 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Seat | Holden |
Model | Toledo | Captiva |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |