1998 Lotus 340 R 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 Lotus 340 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus 340 R would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus 340 R (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Seat Toledo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus 340 R should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Toledo weights approximately 745 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
Because 1998 Lotus 340 R is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Lotus 340 R. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (321 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (198 Nm). This means 2006 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lotus 340 R | 2006 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Lotus | Seat |
| Model | 340 R | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
