1998 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Seat Toledo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Toledo (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Toledo weights approximately 557 kg more than 1998 Citroen AX. 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, 2007 Seat Toledo (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen AX | 2007 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | AX | Toledo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |