1998 Ford Telstar 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 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Telstar weights approximately 4 kg more than 2007 Seat Toledo. 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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Telstar | 2007 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Telstar | Toledo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1271 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |