1999 Seat Toledo vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 635 kg more than 1999 Seat Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1999 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1999 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Toledo | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Seat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Toledo | E |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
