1999 Dodge Caravan vs. 2003 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2003 Seat Toledo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 580 kg more than 2003 Seat Toledo. 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, 1999 Dodge Caravan (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Toledo. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Caravan | 2003 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Caravan | Toledo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |