1998 Mazda Laputa 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 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Toledo weights approximately 521 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. 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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda Laputa | 2006 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | Laputa | Toledo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 657 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1271 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |