1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (138 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 160 kg more than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 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 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | Toledo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |