1998 Seat Toledo vs. 2009 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Swift is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Swift (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Seat Toledo. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 245 kg more than 1998 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Seat Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Swift will offer significantly more control. 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 Seat Toledo (146 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Swift. 2009 Suzuki Swift has automatic transmission and 1998 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1998 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Suzuki Swift will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Seat Toledo | 2009 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Toledo | Swift |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2400 mm |
