1998 Hyundai Atos vs. 2006 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2006 Seat Toledo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Atos. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Toledo weights approximately 475 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Atos. 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, 2006 Seat Toledo (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Atos. (184 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Hyundai Atos | 2006 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Atos | Toledo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |