1999 Holden Astra vs. 2006 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2006 Seat Toledo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Astra would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Toledo weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 Holden Astra. 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, 2006 Seat Toledo (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Astra | 2006 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Holden | Seat |
Model | Astra | Toledo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |