1998 Samsung SM5 vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Seat Toledo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1998 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Seat Toledo.
Because 1998 Samsung SM5 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 Samsung SM5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Seat Toledo (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Samsung SM5 | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Samsung | Seat |
Model | SM5 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |