1998 Porsche Boxster vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2001 Seat Toledo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Seat Toledo. (168 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Toledo weights approximately 136 kg more than 1998 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1998 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1998 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Toledo. (220 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche Boxster | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Porsche | Seat |
Model | Boxster | Toledo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 2327 cc |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |